Im 45 years old; average looking skin for my age. Applied a small pea sized amount of Sea Kelp Bioferment to my face full strength in the am after washing my face of previous night makeup.; let face "dry". Then aplied my foundation as always. Noticed my thick, heavy foundation applied more easily and smooth. Keep in mind this is DAY TWO of me using this. TWO women at work ( separate departments) commented how wonderful my face looked! One specifically came up to me and asked what I was.. ...»

Carla, Many medications can be and are applied topically by prescription. With that in mind, realize that this particular ingredient is wonderful but understand that this is indeed one of those that may create sensitivity with those already using topical hormones or just use sparingly and see how you respond. Sorry for the very late response..... ...»

Many thanks for the Silicone DM. This product is lovely quality; it is light, silky, and leaves no residue at all.
I use it in the base recipe for a mouldable polymer that I then use to make a simulated 'Amber' for bead making.
At the end of this process I have a silky, translucent polymer plus the most gorgeous hands in the studio !
My thanks again, Helen.. ...»

I wished i could order this in a smaller amount of 50 gr. Can i get informed when it is available ?
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A. It will not be sold in smaller amounts. The review rating is meant to be for the product, not the size in which it is sold :-(.. ...»

I am following the moisturizing cream + Zinc dispersion recipe and I am extremely satisfied. I do allow for a little time for it to absorb in & then I dab off anything that I feel looks a little white - but that's because I initially use a fairly thick coating on myself. I use a bit of foundation at times on top and there are no issues as far as weird colors or texture issues. I am so grateful for this entire website as a one-stop-shop for such effective skin care products, and now we can.. ...»

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Baobab Oil Organic

About Organic Baobab Oil in DIY Skin Care

The baobab tree, Adansonia digitata, is found in dry regions of South Africa and Namibia [11]. It is considered the largest succulent plant in the world [9]. The name “baobab” comes from a word meaning “fruit with many seeds” [1]. When the seeds are pressed, 10-12% oil can be extracted and used for cosmetic purposes [11]. Traditionally, the seed oil is used as a moisturizing oil [10]. Baobab seed oil is highly absorptive and non-irritating [11]. It is suitable for all skin types. The oil is very stable and good for use as a massage or carrier oil [10]. Also, the consistency of baobab seed oil makes it good for soap making 1].

The oil contains high amounts of fatty acids, including essential fatty acids [omega 3 and 6] that must be supplemented as the body cannot make them. Fatty acids have many therapeutic properties. They are highly emollient, meaning they soften the skin and protect it against dryness [3]. Baobab seed oil has equal amounts of saturated, polyunsaturated, and monounsaturated fatty acids [9]. Saturated fatty acids have no double bonds in their chemical structures, while polyunsaturated and monounsaturated have varying amounts of double bonds. The most abundant fatty acids in baobab seed oil are oleic acid and linoleic acid.

Linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, is the most common fatty acid in cosmetic products [5]. It is known to moisturize, heal sunburn, and treat acne [5]. High amounts of oleic acid, an omeg-9 fatty acid, have been connected to anti-oxidant activity [9]. Additionally, oleic acid is known to enhance skin penetration and suppress inflammation [11]. It may also help reduce oil production in pores [11]. In addition to fatty acids, baobab seed oil contains healthy vitamins A, D, E, and F [9]. Vitamins A and F are known to rejuvenate the skin and renew cell membranes [5, 9]. Vitamin E is a known anti-oxidant and has anti-aging effects [5].

Baobab seed oil protects and moisturizes the skin. It is helpful for dry, chapped skin because it restores skin barrier function [9, 13]. It improves the cross-talk between different layers of the skin and balances moisture between them [4]. It is especially helpful for restoring barrier function in thin, aged skin [5, 6, 7]. Baobab seed oil is thought to increase production of anchoring fibrils, a type of collagen that aids in structural soundness of the skin [4]. Additionally, baobab seed oil protects the skin against premature ageing and wrinkles [5] and prevents stretch marks in pregnancy [11]. Due to its excellent moisturizing properties, it is useful for the treatment of eczema and psoriasis [2, 5, 9].

Research shows this oil is useful as an anti-microbial to fight skin infections. Baobab seed oil was shown to be anti-fungal against a panel of fungi and also inhibits or kills various bacterial species [6, 7]. It is anti-inflammatory—a paste made of seeds is traditionally used to help treat inflamed, swollen gums [8].

Baobab seed oil has also been shown to aid in wound and burn healing [5, 11]. It can help prevent and treat sunburn and photo-aging, chronic skin damage due to excessive sun exposure [4]. Baobab seed oil can also have analgesic [pain-relieving] effects. The oil alleviates burn pain and regenerates skin tissue after damage, improving elasticity [5, 9].

Fatty Acid Content in Baobab Oil

C 14:0

MIRISTIC ACID

0,24%

C 15:0

PENTADECANOIC ACID

0,05%

C 16:0

PALMITIC ACID

24,26%

PALMITOLEIC ACID (OMEGA 7)

0,29%

C 17:0

HEPTADECANOIC ACID

0,19%

UNDEFINED

0,10%

C 17:1

HEPTADECENOIC ACID

0,31%

C 18:0

STEARIC ACID

4,20%

MALVALIC ACID

< 0%

C 18:1 (ω 9)

OLEIC ACID (OMEGA 9)

37,01%

C 18:2 (ω 6)

LINOLEIC ACID (OMEGA 6)

27,63%

UNDEFINED

1,03%

C 18:3 (ω 3)

ALPHA LINOLENIC ACID (OMEGA 3)

2,20%

C 19:0

STERCULIC ACID

< 0%

C 20:0

ARACHIC ACID

0,95%

C 20:1

HEICOSENOIC ACID

0,22%

UNDEFINED

0,58%

UNDEFINED

0,64%

UNDEFINED

0,44%

C 22:0

BEHENIC ACID

0,34%

C 24:0

LIGNOCERIC ACID

0,23%

Sterol Content in Baobab oil

TOTAL STEROLS

5.324,00 mg/kg

CHOLESTEROL

0,10%

5,32 mg/kg

CAMPESTEROLO

8,30%

441,89 mg/kg

CAMPESTANOL

0,30%

15,97 mg/kg

STIGMASTEROL

2,90%

154,40 mg/kg

DELTA-7 CAMPESTEROL

0,30%

15,97 mg/kg

CLEROSTEROL

1,10%

58,56 mg/kg

BETA SITOSTEROL

79,50%

4.232,58 mg/kg

SITOSTANOL

1,80%

95,83 mg/kg

DELTA-5 AVENASTEROL

3,40%

181,02 mg/kg

DELTA-5,24 STIGMASTADIENOL

0,80%

42,59 mg/kg

DELTA-7 STIGMASTENOL

0,90%

47,92 mg/kg

DELTA-7 AVENASTEROL

0,50%

26,62 mg/kg

Tocopherol Content of Baobab oil

TOTAL TOCOPHEROLS

678,00 mg/Kg.

Α (ALPHA) TOCOPHEROL

8,00 mg/Kg.

Γ (GAMMA) TOCOPHEROL

616,00 mg/Kg.

Δ (DELTA) TOCOPHEROL

54,00 mg/Kg.

BulkActives' oils are cold pressed, without the use of solvents or chemicals.